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Practical Nursing in Nebraska

Practical Nursing Schools in Nebraska

In 2021-2022, 354 students earned their Practical Nursing degrees in NE.

A Practical Nursing major is the 5th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Practical Nursing Majors in Nebraska

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 354
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 354

Gender Distribution

In Nebraska, a practical nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in Nebraska is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 7.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.4%
  • White: 68.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.7%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Practical Nursing Grads in Nebraska

In this state, there are 20,220 people employed in jobs related to a practical nursing degree, compared to 2,152,650 nationwide.

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Wages for Practical Nursing Jobs in Nebraska

In this state, practical nursing grads earn an average of $28,730. Nationwide, they make an average of $29,580.

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There are 7 colleges in Nebraska that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

98 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,416 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.10% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 52% are considered full time. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,309 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,690. Graduates earn an average $33,551 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,709 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $4,915. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 21% are considered full time.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,345 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Graduates earn an average $37,007 after graduation. The 1.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,101 Total Students

23% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,011 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,294. The 0.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,306 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $30,744 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $6,376. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

Practical Nursing Careers in NE

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title NE Job Growth NE Median Salary
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 15% $43,420
Nursing Assistants 12% $28,280

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to practical nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in NE
Allied Health Professions 498
Health/Medical Admin Services 269
Allied Health Services 208
Mental & Social Health Services 127
Dental Support Services 126
Health Sciences & Services 60
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 38
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 22

View all majors related to Practical Nursing

View Nationwide Practical Nursing Report

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